Principal Configuration Analyst

Northrop Grumman • Redondo Beach, CA

1d • $94,200 - $141,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautic Systems is hiring a Principal Configuration Analyst (Level 3) for its Air Dominance organization in Redondo Beach, California. The role focuses on subcontractor and contractor data requirements lists and data management, including the management, scheduling, tracking, and processing or delivery of SDRLs and CDRLs. The analyst also supports configuration data management, program item unique identification activities, and engineering release work for the F-35 Support Equipment IPT.

The position requires working with internal and external stakeholders, solving complex problems independently, maintaining meticulous control of documents, and representing the organization as a prime contact for an assigned contract or project. Travel is 10% of the time. Occasional odd shifts or weekend work may be required. Relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related professional or military experience; or a Master’s degree and 3 years of related professional or military experience; or 9 years of related professional or military experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in technical writing.
• Experience with Project Management and/or Configuration Management.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Supplier Data Management Requirements.
• Experience with contracts and Statements of Work.
• Experience with Unique Item Identifier (UII/UID) requirements.
• Experience reviewing contracts and Statements of Work.
• Experience with engineering documentation.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance or higher.
• Ability to obtain Program Access (PAR).
• Knowledge of MIL-HDBK-61A and EIA-649 National Consensus.

Responsibilities

• Develop Data Management products and apply knowledge of Contractor Data Requirement List (CDRL) and Subcontractor Data Requirements List (SDRL) processes.
• Review and analyze contract requirements and Statements of Work.
• Maintain Configuration Data Management Command Media and work instructions, updating them as required.
• Produce CDM metrics weekly and support program preparation meetings.
• Support Program Item Unique Identification (IUID) requirements and submittal efforts.
• Coordinate with Global Supply Chain Planning, Procurement and Subcontracts, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and other organizations to resolve IUID record discrepancies.
• Research complex problems and determine the best solution from available options without manager guidance.
• Oversee Engineering Release activities for the F-35 Support Equipment IPT, including Build-To-Package, Specification Control Drawings, technical packages, and Engineering Schedule Change Record approvals.
• Plan, schedule, and arrange work activities to accomplish objectives.
• Review documents for classification markings, data rights markings, and formatting.
• Maintain detailed control over documents in flow.
• Provide configuration and data management subject matter knowledge to internal and external stakeholders when requested.
• Represent the organization as a prime contact on an assigned contract or project.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business.
• Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior